Platinum
Xiamen Marathon
Xiamen · Jan 11, 2026
One of China's most beautiful marathon courses. A World Athletics Gold Label race along Xiamen's iconic coastal road, with white-sand beaches, blue skies, and the gentle sea breeze from Gulangyu Island accompanying every kilometer.
Date
Jan 11, 2026
Difficulty
Hard
Elevation
~150m elevation gain
Field Size
25,000 runners
Course
Coastal Huan Dao Lu route along the shoreline, running opposite Gulangyu Island with stunning sea views
Tips
- •January temps around 15-20°C — ideal winter race for runners from colder regions
- •Expect strong coastal winds; bring a light windbreaker
- •Visit Gulangyu Island, Nanputuo Temple, and Zengcuo'an for local Minnan culture
- •Book hotels 3-6 months ahead — rooms sell out fast during race week
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